Category : Culture


Leo Tolstoy: Life, Literary Legacy, and Philosophy Explored

Explore the life of Leo Tolstoy, born in 1828 in Russia, author of War and Peace and Anna Karenina. From military service to spiritual transformation, his journey shaped timeless novels and a philosophy of nonviolence that influenced Gandhi.

16th-Century Saint Statue Returns to India from UK Museum

A 16th-century bronze statue of Saint Tirumankai Alvar, taken from a Tamil Nadu temple, is being repatriated from Oxford's Ashmolean Museum after research revealed its unclear provenance and a formal claim by Indian authorities.

Attukal Pongala Sets Record with Major Civic Coordination

The Attukal Pongala festival in Thiruvananthapuram achieved its highest-ever participation this year, thanks to coordinated efforts by the corporation, government departments, and volunteers. Enhanced measures included 3,500 sanitation workers, 1,700 wome

Karnataka's Holi Laughter Challenge: Joy and Comedy

In Karnataka, the Holi laughter challenge sees participants delivering comic lines, singing local songs, and wearing quirky costumes to make Rati and Manmatha laugh, as captured in photos from Ranebennur and Hangal.

Dhubri's Dual Festivals: Dol & Vasanta Utsav Celebrated

Dhubri district witnessed vibrant celebrations as the 500-year-old Ramraikuti Satra hosted the two-day Dol Utsav, while Nrityangan organized the seventh Vasanta Utsav. Both events highlighted Assam's rich cultural traditions and community participation.

Kolkata Dol Utsav: Fast, Eclipse, Exams Split Celebrations

Kolkata's Dol Utsav celebrations in housing complexes were subdued on Tuesday due to a fast day, lunar eclipse, and exam season, but saw vibrant participation on Wednesday as families made up for lost time with extended festivities.

Oxford Museum Returns Stolen 16th-Century Bronze to India

The University of Oxford's Ashmolean Museum has repatriated a stolen 16th-century bronze idol to India following extensive provenance research and collaboration with Indian authorities, marking another victory in the recovery of cultural artifacts.

Mysuru Women Protest in Silk Saris to Save Heritage from Stadium

In Mysuru, women are staging a unique protest by wearing traditional Mysuru silk saris to oppose a government plan to build a stadium on KSIC land, threatening the local silk industry. The demonstration, held at Kote Anjaneya Swamy temple and Mysuru Palac

Foreign Tourists Celebrate Holi in Hampi's UNESCO Heritage Site

Hampi's UNESCO World Heritage Site transformed into a vibrant celebration as foreign tourists joined locals for Holi festivities. The event featured colourful revelry near Virupaksha Temple and along Tungabhadra riverbanks, showcasing cultural harmony.

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